Hairpins with Plum Blossom, Bamboo and Phoenix Design
Artifact Name
(English) Hairpins with Plum Blossom, Bamboo and Phoenix Design
(Korean) 밀화 매죽 비녀, 밀화 봉황 비녀
(Chinese Character) 蜜花梅竹簪, 蜜花鳳簪
Culture/PeriodJoseon 19th century
MaterialsAmber
DimensionsL. 32, 33cm
Assigned No.
Description
A hairpin made of amber is used in the royal court or in a noble household for ceremonial purposes. These hairpins are made of silver and the two ends of the hairpin are gilded. The head of the hairpin is decorated with a flower-engraved amber, and with plum blossom design, which are symbols of chastity. The one on the bottom is enameled in silver, which adds to the lavish design of the hairpins.
